Day: July 14, 2025

FG launches National Guidelines for Chemical Event Surveillance to boost Public Health and Environmental Safety

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Federal Government has officially launched the National Guidelines for Chemical Event Surveillance, a strategic initiative aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s public health system and enhancing environmental safety in response to growing chemical-related threats. The launch event, held in Abuja and organised by the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, mark a significant step toward aligning Nigeria with global standards in chemical safety and surveillance. Speaking on behalf of the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Muhammad Ali Pate, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Daju Kachollom, described the…

FG, EU partner to tackle Food crisis, support IDPs in Benue and Northern Nigeria

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Honourable Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Professor Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda, on Monday, 14th July 2025, received a delegation from the European Union (EU) led by the EU Ambassador to Nigeria, H.E. Gautier Mignot, at the Ministry’s headquarters in Abuja.   The EU delegation visited the Ministry as a follow-up to its recent trip to Benue State, with a focus on providing support for victims in Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camps and addressing the growing food crisis across the North East and North West regions of the country.…

Senate Leader Bamidele mourns Buhari, Oba Adetona …Describes them as pillars of peace, unity, and national development

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Leader of the Senate, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, has paid heartfelt tributes to Nigeria’s former President, Muhammadu Buhari, and the late Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona (Ogbagba II), described both as unwavering champions of peace, stability, and unity in Nigeria and beyond. In a statement issued by the Directorate of Media and Public Affairs, Office of the Leader of the Senate, Bamidele praised the lives and legacies of the two national icons, who passed away at the ripe ages of 82 and 91, respectively, on…

NiDCOM Boss,Dabiri-Erewa mourns Buhari, describes his death as End of an Era

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of former President Muhammadu Buhari, describing his death as the end of an era characterized by discipline, patriotic service, and commitment to national development.   In a statement signed by Mr. Gabriel Odu of NiDCOM’s Media, Public Relations and Protocols Unit, Dabiri-Erewa commiserated with the Buhari family, the Government and people of Katsina State, and all Nigerians over the loss of a statesman whose legacy spanned decades.   She highlighted Buhari’s…

FG declares Tuesday Public Holiday to honour Late President Buhari

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The Federal Government has declared Tuesday, July 15, 2025, a public holiday in honour of Nigeria’s former President, Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR, who passed away on Sunday in London.   In a statement issued by the Ministry of Interior, the Honourable Minister, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, announced the holiday on behalf of the Federal Government following the approval of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.   The statement read in part: “In furtherance of the seven days of national mourning declared by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Federal Government has declared Tuesday, July 15,…

Rejoicing Over Muhammadu Buhari’s Death: Would You Not Like That Allah Should Forgive You? By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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In the Name of Allah, the Beneficent, the Merciful   All perfect praise be to Allah the Lord of the Worlds. May His peace and blessings be upon our beloved Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him) and upon all his family and companions.   Dear brothers and sisters! Two years before his death, Nigeria’s former President Muhammadu Buhari publicly asked Nigerians for forgiveness.   The appeal has again resurfaced, following his passing in London at the age of 82 on Sunday, July 13.   On April 21, 2023, with just…

NHRC mourns former President Muhammadu Buhari, hails his commitment to Human Rights

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of former President Muhammadu Buhari, described him as a dedicated leader who made notable contributions to the advancement of human rights in Nigeria.   In a condolence message issued on behalf of the Governing Council, Management, and Staff of the Commission, the Executive Secretary, Dr. Tony Ojukwu, extended heartfelt sympathies to the late President’s family, the Government, and the people of Nigeria.   “President Muhammadu Buhari will be remembered by the Commission for his significant contributions to…

NDLEA Chairman, Buba Marwa mourns former President Buhari, hails his legacy of Discipline and Service

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brigadier General Mohammed Buba Marwa (Rtd), has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of former President Muhammadu Buhari, described him as a true statesman, patriot, and servant-leader whose life was dedicated to the service of Nigeria.   In a heartfelt tribute issued on Monday, Gen. Marwa extolled the former President’s unwavering commitment to discipline, national security, and good governance throughout his time in public service both as a military Head of State and as a democratically…

National Assembly suspends legislative activities to honour late President Muhammadu Buhari

Lukman Laleye Babalola

In honour of the late President Muhammadu Buhari, the National Assembly has announced the immediate suspension of all legislative activities until Tuesday, July 22, 2025.   The announcement followed the passing of the former President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, who died on Sunday, July 13, 2025, in London, United Kingdom.   In a statement signed by the Clerk to the National Assembly, Kamoru Ogunlana Esq., the leadership of both chambers conveyed the directive of the President of the Senate and the Speaker…

‘They chop their own, they chop our own’ By Lasisi Olagunju

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She spoke with so much authority on the sleaze and dirt that make our lawmakers so fat like the well-fed pigs in Animal Farm. The headline above is from a trending, obviously leaked, video of a committee clerk at the National Assembly levelling unimaginable allegations against politicians in both chambers. I have received that video more than ten times from social media users who keep forwarding it with unceasing interest. The clerk in the video is a woman who identified herself as Ifeoma (Ofili). I have also learnt that she…